Apple Crisp In-a-Mug

Nothing beats a slice of homemade apple pie, fresh out of the oven. But, let’s be honest; sometimes you don’t have the patience to craft a perfect piecrust, or the time to wait by the oven as the sweet smell of apples and cinnamon fill the kitchen. Sometimes, turning to a simpler recipe can satisfy your cravings, saving you time and keeping you sane.

This Apple Crisp In-a-Mug is the perfect solution. Yes, it requires only a mug and a microwave and it only take five minutes to make. And yes, it is DELICIOUS.

Better yet, this apple crisp is also a little healthier than your average slice of apple pie. The fiber in the oats is good for your heart, and it keeps you feeling full. The nuts and canola oil are also great sources of healthy unsaturated fats, replacing the saturated fats in piecrusts made with butter or shortening. Also, the Vitamin A and C in apples (especially if you keep the peel on) help support your immune system, and hopefully keep you from catching a cold this fall!

Sprinkle the oat mixture on top of apples. Microwave uncovered for 2 to 3 minutes on high power, until the apples are tender. Let it sit for a few minutes and serve!

Katelyn Castro is a first-year student in the DI/MS Nutrition Program at the Friedman School. In her free time, you can find her running (and sometimes falling), experimenting with recipes in the kitchen, and forcing her friends and family to try her healthy concoctions.